Kieran Trippier, 33, went viral for his pained reaction on the bench during Newcastle’s 1-1 draw against Bournemouth. Amid rumors of a potential transfer, the defender was visibly frustrated when TV cameras caught him with his head in his hands as Newcastle trailed 1-0 after Marcus Tavernier’s goal.

Fans took to social media with humorous comments, speculating that Trippier was unhappy with Newcastle’s performance and possibly considering an exit. Trippier’s benching fueled rumors of a move, with Everton reportedly interested in reuniting him with former Burnley boss Sean Dyche. Despite these rumors, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe insisted that Trippier remains a key part of the team’s future.

He explained that the defender’s absence was due to limited training after the Euros. Trippier eventually came on in the 58th minute, helping Newcastle equalize through Anthony Gordon. A late Bournemouth goal was disallowed for handball, leaving the match drawn.

Kieran Trippier

This season he played in total once for 32 minutes for Premier League.

Kieran Trippier didn’t score any goal for Newcastle United. He procured no assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 7th in Premier League. In the last match Newcastle United drew 1-1 against AFC Bournemouth.

Newcastle United performance and stats

Newcastle United is currently 7th in the Premier League with 4 points.

In the last 2 games, it has won once and drawn once. In its last match, Newcastle United drawn 1-1 against AFC Bournemouth.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 2 goals and conceding 1.​

Newcastle United will play the next match in Premier League against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday 1st of September in Newcastle upon Tyne.​